YOGURT YEAST ROLLS

Yogurt Yeast Rolls image

People tend to snap up these fluffy, golden rolls, in a hurry whenever I take them to a potluck. It's a nice contribution since rolls are easy to transport, and one batch goes a long way. - Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups plain yogurt
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons honey
Additional melted butter, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, yeast, salt and baking soda. In a saucepan over low heat, heat yogurt, water, butter and honey to 120°-130°. Pour over dry ingredients; blend well. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Add enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 24 portions. Roll each into a 10-in. rope. Shape each rope into an S, then coil each end until it touches the center. Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°., Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. If desired, brush tops with additional butter while warm. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.